Implants are recognized worldwide as the closest solution to our natural teeth. What is the closest solution to our natural teeth? Implants are structures placed within the jawbone that function just like natural teeth. Just like a tooth root, implants serve as anchors for the teeth to be placed in the mouth. So, today, implants […]

The most significant factor affecting the cost of implant treatment is the patient's jawbone loss. Correcting jawbone loss and performing bone replacement surgeries incur costs before implants are performed. What Factors Affect the Price of Implant Dental Treatment? Furthermore, increasing the number of missing teeth necessitates an increase in the number of implants, which also creates a cost. Furthermore, treating jaws with fixed dentures, especially those missing all teeth, […]

The primary material of implants, as we know today, is titanium. Are those receiving implant treatment at risk for cancer due to titanium? Titanium has not been found to interact with body tissues and cause any harmful effects. With thousands, even millions, of implants manufactured, the data gathered today indicates that implants do not react with tissue and do not cause any harmful effects. Such a reaction as cancer or any other […]

Is a replacement required after implant treatment? In some cases, bone loss in the implant neck area can be observed after implant treatment, exposing the implant neck area. In this case, a minor surgery can be performed to repair this shadow by adding artificial bone and gum tissue, thus extending the life of the implant.

What complications can occur with dental implants? Among the most common complications that can arise from dental implants is simple bleeding, which is preventable during the procedure. Other complications, such as implants migrating into the sinuses, damage to the mandibular nerve, excessive post-implant swelling, and facial bruising due to bleeding, are all caused by errors made during the implant procedure. To minimize these complications, the key is to avoid traumatic implant surgery, avoid forcing the tissues, and treat the tissues gently. This […]

Prof. Dr. Ömer Kutay answers frequently asked questions about implants. One frequently asked question is how to place dentures on implants for patients who have lost all their teeth. How Are Full Mouth Dentures Placed on Implants? When full mouth dentures are placed on implants, they generally occur in two ways. First, there are six to eight implants in the mouth. A full mouth implant is fixed on these implants, just like the teeth […]

Can Dental Implant Treatment Be Performed Under General Anesthesia? Sometimes, patients with extreme fear may need to have implants placed under general anesthesia. The general consensus is that implants are performed in an office setting under local anesthesia. However, if preferred, implants can be placed under general anesthesia, with patients asleep. This procedure has no drawbacks other than general anesthesia. Of course, it's more commonly used for patients with extreme fear. […]

Can Children Get Dental Implant Treatment? Implant treatment is generally not recommended for children. They are expected to complete their growth and development. Implant treatment begins after this period. If there are missing teeth, a protective device is placed in the mouth to prevent the spaces between them from closing. When the appropriate age is reached, which is around sixteen, implants are […]

What is the earliest age for dental implants? We know that the earliest age for implants is sixteen. This means that the growth and development period should be approximately complete. If a single implant is to be placed, age may not be significantly affected. Of course, age is preferred to be over twelve or fourteen. However, if multiple implants are to be placed and these implants are to be connected […]

Can Dental Implants Be Applied to Elderly People? Implants can also be applied to older people. The most important requirement for this is good general health. As long as general health is good, implants can be applied to anyone, regardless of age. There's no harm in implanting a ninety-year-old patient or a ninety-five-year-old patient if their general health is good. When we say general health, we mean certain underlying diseases […]